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“One Pedal At A Time is about more than simply riding bikes. Its about discovering a whole new way of seeing the world!”
The Next Chapter in the movement
Ride with dan usa Update
This was the last photo taken of our founder, Daniel Hurd, with his Bicycle and US Camper. He rode into his 44th state, over 2.5 years, over 17,600 miles traveled when he was struck by a vehicle. He was Med Flighted to Flagstaff, AZ on October 22, 2020. Daniel does not have any memory of the accident and required three different surgeries to close up his wounds on his legs. He was discharged on November 2, 2020 and taken to see what was left of his possessions. During this whole process he stayed mostly in high spirits. He had to deal with a rollercoaster of emotions but kept his positive attitude the majority of that time. Daniel was invited by Chris Noell to stay in Gordonville, TX to heal and was given an opportunity to start a new chapter of the movement! "Movement Mondays" will be a podcast series hosted by Dan on the "Heart Of A Volunteer: Veterans Podcast". Dan will share the experiences of others movements while connecting and sharing OPAAT Movement. We are excited to continue to support Daniel in this next project and we wish him the best and most speedy of recoveries!
About Us
Our Mission
Our MISSION is to ENCOURAGE ACTIVITIES, like cycling, that can contribute to our OVERALL WELL-BEING while providing SUICIDE AWARENESS AND EDUCATION; To make STRONGER HEALTHIER SAFER COMMUNITIES.
Our Founder
Get to know “Lt. Dan” and the story of OPAAT.
Dan’s story is an incredible journey of grace and courage. If you’ve met Dan before, then you’ve seen the infectious smile and true contentment that rests gently with him wherever he goes. But as some also know, this hasn’t always been the case. There have been many days where the voices of fear, shame, depression, and anxiety have made it hard to smile and trust others. The years of sexual abuse, PTSD from time served in the military, battling years of painful addictions, and struggling to ever have any real peace eventually lead to believing this life just wasn’t worth living anymore. After multiple failed suicide attempts, Lt. Dan was invited to go on a weekend ride with friends that would inevitably change the course of his life forever. It was on this ride that Dan was invited to take things “one pedal at a time” and slowly began to learn the hidden wisdom of simplicity.
Dan returned from this trip determined and a dream was born. Cycling had proven to be so transformational that he decided to sell everything he had and get a bike and gear to begin a journey around the country visiting fellow veterans who he had served with in the Navy. As the trip began, it became obvious that this was meant to be even more than just a trip to visit friends. There was a deep passion to share this gift of cycling with others and the OPAAT Movement has begun! Now after 35+ states and thousands of miles later, you’re invited to be a part of this journey and learn to take life One Pedal At A time.
There are many ways you can help!
- Share the story,Yours or mine, and get others involved
- Encourage others to share their story
- Get out and ride, challenge and push yourself
- Not a bicycle person? That is okay too. What activity do you enjoy that helps you through those moments?
- Pay attention to others struggling with suicidal thoughts and learn how to help through proper training.
- Support OPAAT through financial contributions and sponsorships
- And many more ways coming soon!!!
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